Eastern Europe, Croatia & the Balkans

Highlights

Wander beautiful medieval cities, opt for a soak in a thermal bath in Budapest, kayak the Bay of Kotor, marvel at the ancient Roman palace of Diocletian in Split

This epic cross-European adventure offers an intriguing combination of Central Europe's castles and romantic squares with the Balkans' own historic towns and wondrous landscapes. But this trip isn't a cobweb-enshrouded history tour — you'll connect with village life, immerse yourself in urban centres, and get active with outdoor pursuits, including kayaking in Montenegro and hiking through diverse country. With 28 days devoted to this journey, this is your chance to discover what still feels like a well-kept secret.

Explore this amazing city. Opt to visit the East Side Gallery, Checkpoint Charlie, world-class museums, the Reichstag or the Berlin Television Tower for a sweeping view of the area.

Optional activities:

East Side Gallery Visit Along Berlin Wall

Berlin Wall Memorial

Checkpoint Charlie Museum Visit

Judisches Museum Visit

Reichstag Visit

Television Tower (Fernsehturm) Visit

Brandenburg Gate Visit

German Historical Museum

Pergamon Museum

Schloss Charlottenburg Palace

Meals: breakfast

Day 3

Berlin - Kraków

Travel to Krakow, Poland's cultural hub, visiting quaint villages along the way. Take an orientation walk upon arrival and use the evening to explore this lively city.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Included activities: Orientation Walk

Meals: breakfast

Day 4

Kraków

Visit Auschwitz for a sobering look at the region's history. Spend the rest of the day exploring charming Krakow.

Included activities: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Visit

Optional activities:

Wieliczka Salt Mines Visit

Old Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz)

Horse and Carriage Ride

Wawel Royal Castle

Bar Mleczny (Milk Bar) Meal

Rynek Underground Museum

Meals: breakfast

Day 5

Kraków

Take a free day to explore.

Optional activities:

Horse and Carriage Ride

Wawel Royal Castle

Bar Mleczny (Milk Bar) Meal

Old Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz)

Wieliczka Salt Mines Visit

Rynek Underground Museum

Meals: breakfast

Day 6

Kraków - Prague

Take a scenic day train into Czech Republic. Soak up the atmosphere of Prague, a unique community where every street, ghetto, inn and theatre tells a story.

Transport: Local train

Optional activities:

Old Town Visit

Prague Ghetto (Josefov/Jewish Quarter) Visit

Petřín Hill Hike

Prague Castle (Hradčany) Visit

Letná Beer Garden Visit

Kafka Museum

Old Town Hall and Clock Tower

Mucha Museum

Charles Bridge Visit

Museum of Communism

Meals: breakfast

Day 7

Prague

Enjoy an orientation walk with your CEO before exploring all Prague has to offer. Opt to visit the famous Charles Bridge, the clock tower in the main square or a traditional Czech beer hall with serious helpings of meat and potatoes.

Included activities: Orientation Walk

Optional activities:

Charles Bridge Visit

Old Town Visit

Prague Castle (Hradčany) Visit

Prague Ghetto (Josefov/Jewish Quarter) Visit

Petřín Hill Hike

Letná Beer Garden Visit

Malá Strana Visit

Mucha Museum

Museum of Communism

Kafka Museum

Meals: breakfast

Day 8

Prague

Enjoy an orientation walk with your CEO before exploring all Prague has to offer. Opt to visit the famous Charles Bridge, the clock tower in the main square or a traditional Czech beer hall with serious helpings of meat and potatoes.

Included activities: Orientation Walk

Optional activities:

Charles Bridge Visit

Old Town Visit

Prague Castle (Hradčany) Visit

Prague Ghetto (Josefov/Jewish Quarter) Visit

Petřín Hill Hike

Letná Beer Garden Visit

Malá Strana Visit

Mucha Museum

Museum of Communism

Kafka Museum

Meals: breakfast

Day 9

Prague - Český Krumlov

Travel to Český Krumlov. Spend time wandering the small city or visiting the small town's castle.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Optional activities:

State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov Tour

Jewish Synagogue Český Krumlov Visit

Guided Ghost Story Walk

Biking

Meals: breakfast

Day 10

Český Krumlov - Vienna

Take private van to Austria in time for a walking tour of Vienna's most beautiful sights, including the Hofburg and St Stephen's Cathedral. Later, check in to your accommodation in Vienna, a G Adventures supported hotel stay.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Included activities: Vienna Walking Tour, Magdas Hotel

Optional activities:

Belvedere Gallery Visit

Hotel Sacher Visit and dessert

Saint Stephen's Cathedral Visit

Vienna Boys' Choir Visit

Vienna State Opera House Visit

View Lipizzaner Horses at Spanish Riding School of Vienna

Meals: breakfast

Day 11

Vienna

Wander the elegant streets a little more, take in some of Europe's most distinguished art galleries or just settle yourself on a café terrace, order up a slice of mouthwatering Viennese cake and watch the world go by over coffee.

Optional activities:

View Lipizzaner Horses at Spanish Riding School of Vienna

Vienna Boys' Choir Visit

Belvedere Gallery Visit

Hotel Sacher Visit and dessert

Saint Stephen's Cathedral Visit

Schönbrunn Palace Visit/Tour

Vienna State Opera House Visit

Meals: breakfast

Day 12

Vienna - Budapest

Travel to Hungary to explore the beautiful city of Budapest. Opt to visit Buda Castle, window shop in Pest or soak in the city's famous thermal baths.

Transport: Train

Optional activities:

Buda Castle Visit

Thermal Baths Visit

Hungarian State Opera House

Chain Bridge

Great Market Hall Visit

Parliament Building Visit

Hungarian National Museum

Budapest Bike Tour

Meals: breakfast

Day 13

Budapest

Spend a free day exploring this charming and historic city. Opt to take a boat trip down the Danube, or travel further afield to the Etyek wine country.

Optional activities:

Buda Castle Visit

Thermal Baths Visit

Budapest Bike Tour

Danube River Cruise

Parliament Building Visit

Hungarian National Museum

Chain Bridge

Hungarian State Opera House

Great Market Hall Visit

Meals: breakfast

Day 14

Budapest

Spend a free day exploring this charming city.

Included activities: Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos

Optional activities:

Buda Castle Visit

Thermal Baths Visit

Budapest Bike Tour

Parliament Building Visit

Danube River Cruise

Meals: breakfast

Day 15

Budapest - Novi Sad

After a full day's train journey, arrive in Novi Sad. Enjoy the first opportunity to try some Serbian cuisine.

Transport: Train

Meals: breakfast

Day 16

Novi Sad - Belgrade

Spend the morning exploring Novi Sad, the ancient capital of Serbia. Visit the famous Petrovaradin Fortress and, with time, check out the charming old town, or Stari Grad. In the afternoon, hop a train for a short ride to Belgrade.

Transport: Train

Included activities: Petrovaradin Fortress Visit

Optional activities: Stari Grad Visit

Meals: breakfast

Day 17

Belgrade

Visit the Kalemegdan Fortress then spend a free day floating down the Danube or shopping in one of the many bustling markets.

Included activities: Kalemegdan Fortress Visit

Meals: breakfast

Day 18

Belgrade - Sarajevo

Travel to Sarajevo, one of the most beautiful and diverse cities in the region. Walk around the cobblestone streets, visit the famous Latin Bridge, and soak in the bustling atmosphere of this resilient place.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Optional activities:

Latin Bridge Visit

Gallery 11/07/95

Times of Misfortune Tour & Tunnel Museum

Svrzo's House

National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Meals: breakfast

Day 19

Sarajevo

Take an included tour of the 'Tunnel of Life' to get a better understanding of the tragic recent history of this captivating city. Spend some free time exploring the Stari Grad section and looking for 'Sarajevo Roses'.

Included activities: Tunnel of Life Tour

Meals: breakfast

Day 20

Sarajevo - Mostar

Travel through beautiful countryside to reach charming Mostar. The city's symbol, a beautiful reconstructed Ottoman-style bridge, is a reminder of the tenacity of Bosnians in recent times. Wander the old city and visit the new, taking in the many reminders of what the people of this region have survived.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Optional activities:

Stari Most (Old Bridge) Visit

Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque & Minaret

War Photo Exhibition

Meals: breakfast

Day 21

Mostar - Kotor

Continue on to Montenegro and arrive to the Bay of Kotor, a World Heritage-listed region. There is free time here to relax or explore as desired.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Optional activities:

Sea Kayaking

Kotor City Exploration

Kotor Maritime Museum

Meals: breakfast

Day 22

Kotor

Enjoy a sea kayaking tour before free time to relax or explore. Wander the streets of the walled city of Kotor, relax on picturesque beaches, or visit the local mud spas.

Included activities: Sea Kayaking

Optional activities:

Sea Kayaking

Kotor Maritime Museum

Perast Visit

Risan town and Roman Mosaics Visit

Meals: breakfast

Day 23

Kotor - Dubrovnik

Travel to Croatia and experience the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' in Dubrovnik. Choose to relax in one of the many cafés, explore the old town fortifications, or take a boat trip to one of the nearby islands.

Transport: Private Vehicle

Optional activities:

Dubrovnik City Wall Walk

Cable Car Ride

Sea Kayaking

Franciscan Monastery & Museum

Rector´s Palace

Museum of Croatian War of Independence

War Photography Museum

Meals: breakfast

Day 24

Dubrovnik

Enjoy a free day to explore the Dalmatian Coast.

Optional activities:

Lopud Island Visit

War Photography Museum

Museum of Croatian War of Independence

Rector´s Palace

Franciscan Monastery & Museum

Sea Kayaking

Meals: breakfast

Day 25

Dubrovnik - Hvar

Head to the island of Hvar. Enjoy amazing beaches, nightlife, and water sports.

Transport: Ferry

Optional activities:

Hvar Fortress Visit

St. Stephen's Cathedral

Meals: breakfast

Day 26

Hvar

Soak in the scenery and relish the calm on a boat ride around the Pakleni Islands.

Included activities: Pakleni Islands Boat Ride

Meals: breakfast

Day 27

Hvar - Split

Ferry back to the mainland and arrive to Split. Take a guided tour of the UNESCO site at Diocletian's Palace. Enjoy free time to explore this charming seaside town.